Two more COVID-19 vaccines move towards Phase 2 human trials

[Health & Wellbeing]( [Two more COVID-19 vaccines move towards Phase 2 human trials]( [More results from COVID-19 vaccine human trials demonstrate several viable candidates moving to larger Phase 2 studies]( Hot on the heels of biotech company Moderna’s recent announcement of successful phase 1 trials for its mRNA COVID-19 vaccine, two more promising candidates are delivering encouraging early data as several vaccines race into phase 2 human testing. [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [Save big this Memorial Day on this lightweight electric skateboard]( Urban is built to take you up to 7-10 miles on a single charge and easily suits riders up to 330lbs. It’s equipped with shock-absorbing wheels so you can hit high speeds no matter the terrain. Get it on sale for Memorial Day with code SUMMERSAVE20. [Read more]( [Space]( [Successful rehearsal readies SpaceX's Crew Dragon for historic launch]( [Commander Douglas Hurley and joint operations commander Robert Behnken prepare for this week's launch]( The stage is set for a landmark launch for NASA, with the final dress rehearsal now complete ahead of Wednesday’s Demo-2 mission that will see US astronauts launched into space from American soil for the first time in nine years. [Read more]( [Military]( [US Navy disables drone using a high-energy shipborne laser weapon]( [The amphibious transport dock ship USS Portland (LPD 27) successfully tests a Solid State Laser - Technology Maturation Laser Weapon System Demonstrator (LWSD) Mark 2 MOD 0]( The US Navy has successfully carried out a demonstration of a high-energy laser weapon installed in a warship. On May 16, the USS Portland disabled a UAV with its Solid-State Laser - Technology Maturation Laser Weapon System Demonstrator MK 2 MOD 0. [Read more]( [Automotive]( [The Arcfox GT: China's 1,600-horsepower all-electric hypercar]( [The Arcfox-GT Race Edition has some serious aerodynamic kit but also less power than the street GT, coming in at a "mere" 1,000 hp]( BAIC is one of China's top five auto manufacturers. Arcfox is BAIC's high-performance offshoot, and the GT is another bonkers electric hypercar to stick on a growing pile of hilariously overpowered garage jewelry we can't afford. [Read more]( [Medical]( [Nature-inspired kidney stone test returns results in 30 minutes]( [A new urine test called SLIPS-LAB could make the process of kidney stone detection far more efficient]( Scientists at Pennsylvania State University and Stanford University are reporting a breakthrough that could greatly improve on methods to detect kidney stones, demonstrating a novel type of urine test that can return results in just 30 minutes. [Read more]( [Space]( [Ancient disk galaxy looks 4.5 billion years ahead of its time]( [An artist's impression of the Wolfe Disk galaxy, which has a structure once thought impossible for a galaxy of its age]( It’s generally believed that it took billions of years for galaxies to take on the familiar disk shape, but now astronomers have discovered an ancient disk galaxy, which emerged at least 4.5 billion years earlier than previously thought possible. [Read more]( [Health & Wellbeing]( [Aerobic exercise shown to improve memory in those at risk of dementia]( [A 12-month study found aerobic exercise improves blood flow to parts of the brain linked with memory]( A study has homed in on how aerobic exercise can improve memory in older subjects with cognitive impairment. The findings suggest it's never too late to start exercising as aerobic activity improves blood flow to parts of the brain linked to memory. [Read more]( [Collectibles]( [Prince, Kurt Cobain, Bill Wyman, Brian Jones guitars head to auction]( [The Julien's catalogues for the Kurt Cobain sale and the Prince Sale]( Half a dozen guitars from Kurt Cobain, Prince and Bill Wyman will sell over the next few months, with two or three capable of cracking the million dollar barrier, most notably Cobain’s MTV Unplugged Martin D-18 and Prince’s Purple Rain guitar. [Read more]( [Environment]( [Study reveals first sign of river plastics traveling up the food chain]( [Through the discovery of plastic fragments in the feces and regurgitated food of dippers, scientists have found what they say is the first evidence of river microplastics traveling up the food chain]( The efforts of researchers to trace plastic waste continues to turn up evidence of its detrimental effects on the natural world, with the latest example a study detailing the first evidence of river-borne plastic waste traveling up the food chain. [Read more]( [Biology]( [European viper's zig-zag pattern provides three-in-one protection]( [The European viper's zig-zag pattern helps the snake remain undetected, provides a warning of the snake's dangerous defense, and can produce an illusionary effect that may hide the snake's movement as it flees]( Scientists have shown that the simple zig-zag pattern on the back of the European viper serves three different purposes; it helps it avoid detection; warns predators off if noticed; and can hide the snake's movement if it has to flee. [Read more]( [Automotive]( [Kitsune 4x4 camper van flexes for 4-season gear carry and cozy living]( [Norva Kitsune camper van]( Two weeks after the "ultimate gear head" camper van from CoPilot, we see another conversion that can vie for that title. The Norva Kitsune has a flexible interior with a collapsible shower and bed panels that double as shelves and workbenches. [Read more]( [Bicycles]( [5 bicycle components designed to smooth out rough rides]( [SoftWheel's Fluent wheel features shocks instead of spokes]( Although most mountain bikes now feature suspension forks, road bikes are typically still rigid. That said, a few devices have been created to help them soak up unwanted road vibrations. Here are a few we've seen, that each took a different approach. [Read more]( [Science]( [Plankton-seeking oceanographic probe plunges to the inky depths]( [The EcoCTD (top), ready to be deployed]( Marine life near the surface of the ocean is much different than that which lives in the deeps. In order to get a better understanding of how those regions differ, scientists have created a biological probe that free-falls through the water. [Read more]( [Bicycles]( [Rad aims for the long haul with RadWagon 4 electric cargo bike]( [Decked out for business, the RadWagon 4 electric cargo bike]( Rad Power Bikes has launched the RadWagon 4 cargo ebike, and is hoping that its new frame, custom tires and better uphill hauling chops will persuade you to leave the family car at home for your shopping trips, school runs and commutes to work. [Read more]( You are receiving this email because you signed up for our daily newsletter at [newatlas.com]( (or [gizmag.com]( before August 2016). [Update profile]( | [Unsubscribe]( Copyright New Atlas © 2019